Serving 414 students in grades 6-8, Maple School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maple School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Maple School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maple School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maple School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#90 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)72%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
6%
Hispanic
3%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
56%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maple School's ranking?
Maple School is ranked #90 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Maple School often compared to?
Maple Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wood Oaks Jr High School, Northbrook Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Maple School?
414 students attend Maple School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Maple School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple School?
Maple School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Maple School offer ?
Maple School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maple School part of?
Maple School is part of Northbrook/Glenview SD 30 School District.
In what neighborhood is Maple School located?
Maple School is located in the Techny neighborhood of Northbrook, IL. There are 6 other public schools located in Techny.
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